Inyo County

National Forest System Roads

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Mammoth Pool Boat Launch Rehabilitation

Mammoth Pool Boat Launch and access road closed for rehab

Occupancy limitations

The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-25-20 to address occupancy limitations and challenges caused by extended stays and unattended property, which can lead to resource damage, safety hazards, and reduced access for other visitors. The order prohibits camping, parking, or…

Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure 05-15-00-25-19

Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.

Recreation Site, Road, and Trail Closure

Forest Order closing trails, roads and trails with the Garnet Fire footprint.

Temporary Fire Restrictions from Order 05-15-00-25-07 Lifted

Effective October 11, 2025, the Sierra National Forest is lifting temporary fire restrictions placed into effect by Forest Order 05-15-00-25-07 on June 27, 2025. Criteria for enacting and the lifting of fire restrictions through forest orders are based on National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS)…

Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order

Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest

Wilderness Use Restrictions

Wilderness use restrictions within the Ansel Adams, John Muir, Kaiser, Dinkey Lakes, and Monarch Wildernesses located in the Sierra National Forest

Food Refuse Storage Order

Possessing or storing any food or refuse within a Developed Recreation Site in a manner that allows bears or other wildlife to gain access is prohibited

Wind Advisory issued March 1 at 3:14AM PST until March 2 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Las Vegas NV

3:14 AM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Western Mojave Desert. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 PM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will lull overnight Sunday into Monday before picking back up late Monday morning. Strongest winds through the event are expected Monday afternoon.

Wind Advisory issued March 1 at 1:59AM PST until March 2 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Hanford CA

1:59 AM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Indian Wells Valley, Mojave Desert, and Mojave Desert Slopes. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 PM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highways impacted include US Highway 395 and State Routes 14, 58, and 178.

National Forest System Roads

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Monache Meadows Area Seasonal Road Closure

To provide for public safety and protection of natural resources during snowy and muddy conditions.

PACK FIRE AREA CLOSURE

The Pack Fire boundary near McGee Creek area remains closed for public safety.

Horseshoe Pit Closure

To provide for public safety while large decks of logs are stored on site.

Stay Limits, Parking, and Developed Recreation Site Use

This forest order was put in place to protect natural resources and promote public safety.

Reds Meadow Road Reconstruction Project

www.fs.usda.gov/r05/inyo/projects/reds-meadow-road-reconstruction

Wilderness Use Restrictions

This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the portions of the John Muir, Ansel Adams, Hoover, and Golden Trout Wildernesses  located in the Inyo National Forest. Please click on the PDF version for all Exhibit maps B - G. The website will not allow for more JPG formats to be uploaded than…

Mount Whitney Zone Access Restrictions

This forest order prohibits recreating in the Mount Whitney Zone to provide for public safety and protect natural resources.

Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions

This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown on the Exhibits.Please click on the PDF version for all Exhibit maps B - S. The website will not allow for more JPG formats to be uploaded than what…

Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Campfire Restrictions

This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown in the Exhibits.

ESCCRP Project Area Closure

This forest order prohibits access to roads affected by the ESCRRP project to provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work surrounding the Town of Mammoth Lakes and beyond. The closure orders are dynamic and contractor work moves frequently to…

Hot Creek Closure Order

This Forest Order prohibits recreating in Hot Creek within the Mammoth Ranger District.

Goat Prohibition Order

This Forest Order prohibits possessing or storing a goat within the Inyo National Forest Goat Prohibition Area.

Mammoth Mill Site Area and Trail Closure

This Forest Order prohibits recreating, entering or being in the Mammoth Mill Site Closure Area and the Mammoth Stamp Mill Trail.

B&B Mine Closure Order

This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the B&B Mine and Mill Site Closure Area.

Food and Refuse Storage Restrictions

This Forest Order prohibits food and refuse in locations in Exhibits A and C-J, unless stored in a bear-resistant container. Food and refuse in locations shown in Exhibit B must be  stored in a bear-resistant container OR counter-balanced at least 15 feet above the ground and 10 feet horizontally…

From Recreation.gov

**Flood Damage Alert:** The park received has received heavy rains that has caused flooding and debris on many park roads. Roads are still being assessed and will be closed/opened as they are cleared. Visitors are urged to exercise caution and check current conditions before traveling. Unpaved roads may be impassible due to mud or erosion. The most up-to-date information on road status and park access can be found at [**nps.gov/deva**][1]. [1]: http://nps.gov/deva

From Recreation.gov

**FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN PLACE: **Campfires are only permitted with the use of a fire pan or other fireproof barrier that prevents the fire from directly contacting the ground and does not damage the natural surface. NO wood gathering is allowed. **All accumulated ashes and burned wood must be collected and packed out.**

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